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Agaya Gangai Waterfalls
The star attraction. Agaya gangai falls plunges down a rocky gorge on the Aiyaru river, and reaching the base means walking down more than 1,000 stone steps through the forest. The descent takes about 30 to 45 minutes and the climb back up takes longer, so carry water and wear good shoes. The falls are at their fullest from August to December, after the monsoon. It is a demanding walk, so elderly travellers may prefer the viewpoint near the top.
Agaya Gangai Waterfalls
The star attraction. Agaya gangai falls plunges down a rocky gorge on the Aiyaru river, and reaching the base means walking down more than 1,000 stone steps through the forest. The descent takes about 30 to 45 minutes and the climb back up takes longer, so carry water and wear good shoes. The falls are at their fullest from August to December, after the monsoon. It is a demanding walk, so elderly travellers may prefer the viewpoint near the top.
Arapaleeswarar Temple
Located near the entrance to the Agaya Gangai steps, this ancient Shiva temple is one of the most revered shrines in the region and is referred to in old Tamil devotional literature. Local belief holds that the waters flowing past the temple carry healing properties. The temple is quiet, set among tall trees, and most visitors stop here before or after the waterfall trek.
Siddhar Caves
Kolli Hills has long been associated with the Siddhars, the mystic saints of Tamil tradition who practised meditation and herbal medicine. A short walk from the Arapaleeswarar Temple leads to small caves believed to have been used by them for meditation. The hills are still known for their rich variety of medicinal plants, which adds to the spiritual reputation of the area.
Masila Falls and Namma Aruvi
For travellers who want a waterfall without the long staircase, Masila Falls is easy to reach and has a safe spot for bathing. Namma Aruvi, a smaller seasonal cascade, is a short walk from the road and popular with families. Both are at their best after the rains and can be combined in a single morning.
Seekuparai and Selur Viewpoints
These two viewpoints on the edge of the plateau offer wide views over the plains below, with the hairpin road visible winding down the slope. Seekuparai is best at sunrise, when mist fills the valley, while Selur is a favourite for sunset. Both are well worth the short drive and make excellent photography stops.
Vasalurpatti Boat House
A small lake surrounded by greenery, with pedal and row boats available for a gentle hour on the water. There is a children's play area and a pleasant walking path, making it one of the most family-friendly stops in Kolli Hills. It is a relaxing way to spend an afternoon after the Agaya Gangai trek.
Ettukai Amman Temple
Dedicated to Ettukai Amman, the eight-armed goddess also known as Kolli Pavai, this temple sits deep in the forest and is closely linked to one of the legends behind the name Kolli Hills. According to local belief, the goddess protected the hills from harm, and she remains the guardian deity of the local communities. The setting is peaceful and rarely crowded.
Valvil Ori Statue and Semmedu Market
Semmedu, the main settlement on the hills, has a statue of Valvil Ori, the Sangam-era chieftain who ruled this region and was celebrated as a master archer. The annual Valvil Ori festival in August brings cultural performances and archery displays. The Semmedu market is the place to buy local produce such as black pepper, honey, jackfruit, pineapple and coffee grown on the hills.
Botanical Garden and Forest Walks
The forest department maintains a botanical garden and eco-park on the plateau, with walking trails, a watch tower and labelled trees and medicinal plants. It gives a good introduction to the ecology of the Eastern Ghats and is ideal for school and nature groups. Guided forest walks can be arranged locally for those who want to explore further.
Distance
290 Km
One way
Time
7 hrs
Via expressway
Starting from
₹ 15007
Plus GST
8 Seater Urbania
LUXURYAC8 Seats
₹16,171 ₹19,435
+ ₹2785 (Taxes & Charges)
9 Seater Urbania
LUXURYAC9 Seats
₹16,171 ₹19,435
+ ₹2785 (Taxes & Charges)
10 Seater Urbania
LUXURYAC10 Seats
₹16,271 ₹19,535
+ ₹2785 (Taxes & Charges)
12 Seater Urbania
LUXURYAC12 Seats
₹16,171 ₹19,435
+ ₹2785 (Taxes & Charges)
13 Seater Urbania
LUXURYAC13 Seats
₹12,515 ₹15,007
+ ₹2127 (Taxes & Charges)
15 Seater Urbania
LUXURYAC15 Seats
₹12,515 ₹15,007
+ ₹2127 (Taxes & Charges)
16 Seater Urbania
LUXURYAC16 Seats
₹12,515 ₹15,007
+ ₹2127 (Taxes & Charges)
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Departure Point
Your journey to Ooty begins from Bangalore, the gateway to South India's most beloved hill stations. Pick-up is available from any part of the city — Koramangala, Electronic City, Whitefield, Hebbal, Yeshwanthpur, Marathahalli, or Majestic. The most common route out of Bangalore takes you onto NH275, the six-lane Mysore Expressway, which is one of the smoothest and best-maintained national highways in Karnataka. An early departure between 5 AM and 6 AM is strongly advised to clear Bangalore city limits before peak traffic begins. The first 50 km on the expressway are fast, comfortable, and lightly trafficked in the early hours, setting a pleasant tone for the journey ahead. Our drivers are experienced in choosing the optimal departure window and route based on real-time traffic conditions, ensuring that the first stretch of your Bangalore to Ooty road trip is efficient, calm, and enjoyable from the very first kilometre.
Little England of Tamil Nadu
The trip starts on Hosur Road past Silk Board and Electronic City, crossing into Tamil Nadu at the Attibele check post, where the interstate permit is checked. An early start matters here, since this stretch clears in about 50 minutes before 7:00 AM but can take far longer in office traffic. Hosur is the "Little England of Tamil Nadu", a name it earned from its cool, pleasant climate during British times. Today it is a major industrial town with large automobile factories and a thriving rose-growing belt that exports cut flowers. The Chandra Choodeswarar Temple on a hillock overlooks the town. Elapsed time: about 1 hour.
Mango Capital of Tamil Nadu
NH44 widens after Hosur and the drive becomes smooth, with rocky hillocks and mango groves on both sides. Krishnagiri is the "Mango Capital of Tamil Nadu", and from April to July roadside stalls sell Alphonso, Banganapalli and Totapuri mangoes at farm prices. The Krishnagiri Reservoir and the hill fort of Syed Basha Malai are close to the highway. This is the usual breakfast stop, and the highway restaurants here are well equipped for families. Elapsed time: about 2 hours including breakfast.
Gateway to Hogenakkal, the Niagara of India
The highway continues south through dry farmland and granite outcrops. Dharmapuri is the "Gateway to Hogenakkal, the Niagara of India", the famous waterfalls on the Kaveri where coracle rides take you right up to the spray. Hogenakkal lies about 45 kilometres to the west and makes a good addition on the return journey. Dharmapuri was once known as Thagadur, the seat of the Sangam-era chieftain Adhiyaman, and the Theerthamalai hill temple is also nearby. Elapsed time: about 2 hours 45 minutes.
Steel City of Tamil Nadu
Salem is the "Steel City of Tamil Nadu", home to the Salem Steel Plant, and the "Gateway to Yercaud", the hill station just 30 kilometres up the Shevaroy Hills. It is also famous for mangoes, sago production and handloom silk. The highway bypasses the city centre, but Salem has excellent restaurants if you want an early lunch. Travellers booking a bangalore to salem cab often continue to Yercaud, and many choose to combine Yercaud and Kolli Hills in a single trip. Elapsed time: about 4 hours.
Egg City of India
Namakkal is the "Egg City of India", with one of the largest concentrations of poultry farms in the country, and it is also known for its truck body-building industry. The town's landmark is the 18 foot Anjaneyar statue that stands in the open air facing the Narasimha Swamy cave temple, carved into the base of the Namakkal Rock Fort. The temples are a short detour and take about 45 minutes. Namakkal is the last large town before the hills, so this is the right place for lunch, fuel and restrooms. Elapsed time: about 5 hours 30 minutes including lunch.
Land of 70 Hairpin Bends
The highlight of the journey. The road climbs sharply through 70 numbered hairpin bends, each marked with a signboard counting up to the top, passing through dense forest with occasional views over the plains. The kolli hills 70 hairpin bends are narrow and closely spaced, so our drivers keep to low gears, sound the horn on blind turns and make way for buses. Motion-sensitive passengers should sit in front and take a short break at one of the safe lay-bys. At the top, the plateau opens into green farmland and plantations, and Semmedu, the main settlement of Kolli Hills, the "Land of 70 Hairpin Bends", is just ahead. Elapsed time: about 6 hours 45 minutes.
Our most popular plan for this route: a two day trip covering Agaya Gangai and the Arapaleeswarar Temple on day one, Seekuparai viewpoint, Vasalurpatti Boat House and the botanical garden on day two, with an overnight stay at a resort near Semmedu. The Urbania's comfort on the ghat is especially appreciated by children and elders.
Kolli Hills is a quiet, offbeat choice for small team retreats and leadership offsites away from the usual Coorg and Ooty crowds. The package includes GST invoicing, a Proforma Invoice for PO approval, a named driver and signed daily duty slips. Our corporate travels bangalore desk handles consolidated billing for registered accounts.
The best-condition vehicle in the fleet, a senior chauffeur in formal attire and a relaxed itinerary that can include Yercaud or Hogenakkal on the way. Our luxury urbania rental bangalore option suits milestone celebrations and visiting guests who want a peaceful hill retreat with a memorable drive.
For college groups, trekking clubs and young professionals, built around the Agaya Gangai steps, forest walks, waterfalls and the thrill of the 70 hairpin bends. We coordinate pickup points, verified drivers and live trip updates for organisers. Larger groups can move up to a bus through our school transportation services team or our outstation vehicle booking desk.
We run a full range of group vehicles from the same Bangalore base, so if your group size changes after booking we can usually move you into the right vehicle without restarting the process.
• Bus — 27 to 50 seater, including Volvo and Benz buses for large groups
• Tempo traveller — 8 to 18 seater, for groups that want space at a lower rate
• Mini bus — 12 to 24 seater, AC and non-AC
• Force Urbania — 13 to 17 seater luxury van, the core vehicle for this page
• Cars — 4 to 7 seater: Etios, Dzire, Innova, Innova Crysta, Innova Hycross, Fortuner, Commuter, Corolla Altis, Camry, Audi A6, Audi Q7, BMW 5 Series, BMW 7 Series, Mercedes-Benz E Class, Mercedes-Benz S Class and Rolls-Royce Ghost
Tejas Tours and Travels does not operate sleeper bus services. All our vehicles are seated configuration, and we plan the Kolli Hills trip so the ghat is always driven in daylight.
We quote in writing before you book, and every charge appears as a separate line. A 20 percent advance of the total fare confirms your booking.
• Base fare and fuel charges
• Driver allowance
• Toll charges and parking fees
• Inter state tax for the Karnataka to Tamil Nadu crossing
• Driver bata extra after 9:45 PM
• Final rental is based on total kilometres and hours from our garage to garage
• GST
Garage-to-garage billing means the meter starts when the Urbania leaves our garage for your pickup point and ends when it returns. Local running across the plateau and any detour to Hogenakkal or Yercaud is included in the total kilometres. Tejas Tours and Travels does not cover passenger insurance, so passengers who want personal cover should arrange their own travel insurance. All vehicles carry valid insurance and full statutory compliance.
Every service below runs from both our Bangalore and Mysore bases, so you can start a trip in one city and finish in the other with the same operator.
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Booking a Force Urbania for hire in Bangalore with Tejas Travels takes under five minutes. Follow these four steps.
• Call or WhatsApp +91 9980277773, or email info@tejastravels.com. Available 24 hours, 7 days a week.
• Share your travel date.
• Share your Bangalore pickup location — area or landmark such as Whitefield, Electronic City, MG Road, Koramangala, KIA airport, a hotel name or a tech park.
• Share your destination or full itinerary — for example Agaya Gangai Falls, Arapaleeswarar Temple and Seekuparai viewpoint.
• Share the number of passengers and preferred Urbania seating variant.
• For KIA airport pickups, share the flight number. The driver tracks live flight status and adjusts pickup timing for delayed flights automatically.
• Mention the occasion — corporate, wedding or VIP event — so the team allocates the best-condition vehicle and, where required, formal chauffeur attire.
• Within 2 hours of your enquiry, Tejas Travels sends a written quote via WhatsApp or email.
• The quote itemises every charge:
◦ Urbania hire rate — per kilometre or flat package
◦ Driver allowance
◦ Applicable toll estimates
◦ Interstate permit where applicable — Tamil Nadu for Kolli Hills and Ooty, Kerala for Wayanad, Andhra Pradesh for Tirupati
• No verbal-only prices. Everything is in writing before you confirm.
• For corporate clients requiring reimbursement, a Proforma Invoice can be issued at this stage.
• To compare two seating variants or vehicle classes, request both quotes at the same time.
• Once satisfied with the written quote, confirm via WhatsApp or phone.
• A 20 percent advance of the total fare confirms the booking.
• Payment options: UPI (Google Pay, PhonePe, Paytm), NEFT, IMPS or RTGS bank transfer, or credit and debit card via payment link.
• Advance receipt issued within 30 minutes.
• Your confirmation includes, all in writing:
◦ Driver name and mobile number
◦ Vehicle registration number
◦ Departure time and pickup location
◦ Full billing breakdown
• A higher advance may apply on peak dates — wedding season from November to February and New Year — because the Urbania fleet is limited.
• Your assigned Tejas Travels driver arrives at the confirmed Bangalore pickup point 15 minutes before scheduled departure.
• For KIA airport transfers, the driver coordinates at the Arrivals gate.
• The Urbania is clean, sanitised, fuelled and ready.
• For wedding and VIP bookings, the driver arrives in formal attire.
• The driver calls 30 minutes before arrival as a courtesy.
• During the trip, the driver handles all routing, toll payments and Bangalore traffic navigation.
• At trip end, the balance is settled after deducting the advance. Any additional kilometres or hours are billed at the pre-agreed rate.
Quick booking: WhatsApp +91 9980277773 with your vehicle preference, Bangalore pickup location, destination and travel date. Written quote in 2 hours.
Tejas Travels accepts all major digital and traditional payment methods for both advance booking and final settlement at trip end.
• UPI — Google Pay, PhonePe, Paytm, BHIM UPI and Amazon Pay. The fastest method with instant confirmation on receipt. Recommended for all advance deposits.
• Bank transfer — NEFT, IMPS and RTGS. For corporate clients and advances above Rs 5,000. IMPS is instant; NEFT can take up to 2 hours.
• Credit and debit card — Visa, Mastercard and RuPay, via payment link to your registered mobile or email. Valid for advance and full payment.
• Net banking — All major Indian banks, via payment link on WhatsApp or email. Preferred for Bangalore IT corporate PO-based approvals.
• Cash — Balance accepted at trip end. The advance must be digital for booking confirmation. A receipt is issued.
• Corporate credit — 30-day credit terms for signed Bangalore corporate accounts, with monthly consolidated invoicing available.
Luxury vehicle note: for Rolls-Royce Ghost, BMW 7 Series and Mercedes S-Class bookings, a higher advance may be required given limited fleet availability and Bangalore wedding season demand.
Tejas Travels maintains a fair, transparent and tiered cancellation policy. All terms are communicated in writing at booking confirmation.
• More than 72 hours before departure — No charge. 100 percent of the advance refunded within 5 to 7 working days.
• 48 to 72 hours before departure — 10 percent of the total trip fare. Advance refunded less the 10 percent deduction.
• 24 to 48 hours before departure — 25 percent of the total trip fare. Advance refunded less the 25 percent deduction.
• 12 to 24 hours before departure — 50 percent of the total trip fare. Advance refunded less the 50 percent deduction.
• Less than 12 hours before departure — 75 percent of the total trip fare. Minimal or no refund depending on trip value.
• No-show, where the vehicle is deployed and the client is absent — 100 percent of the total trip fare. No refund; full fare payable.
• Cancellation by Tejas Travels due to breakdown or force majeure — No charge. 100 percent refunded within 2 working days, or a substitute vehicle is offered.
• Weddings — Minimum 7-day notice for a full refund. Cancellations within 3 days of the wedding date are non-refundable.
• Luxury cars — Rolls-Royce, BMW 7 Series and Mercedes S-Class need a minimum 5-day notice for a full refund, due to limited fleet and wedding season demand.
• Peak dates — New Year, Diwali and Bangalore long weekends need a minimum 48-hour notice for a full refund. Less than 24 hours is non-refundable.
• Force majeure — Bangalore bandhs, traffic disruptions and road closures attract a 100 percent refund within 2 working days regardless of notice period.
• Modifications — Date changes, vehicle upgrades and route additions with more than 24 hours notice are accommodated at no penalty, subject to availability.
How to cancel: call or WhatsApp +91 9980277773 with your booking reference. Cancellation confirmation within 2 hours, and the refund goes to your original payment method within the stated timelines.
All refunds are processed to the original payment instrument. No cash refund is issued unless the advance was paid in cash.
• Cancellation 72 or more hours before departure — 100 percent of the advance paid, within 5 to 7 working days.
• Cancellation 48 to 72 hours before departure — Advance minus the 10 percent charge, within 5 to 7 working days.
• Cancellation 24 to 48 hours before departure — Advance minus the 25 percent charge, within 5 to 7 working days.
• Cancellation 12 to 24 hours before departure — Advance minus the 50 percent charge, within 7 to 10 working days.
• Cancellation by Tejas Travels — 100 percent of the advance paid, within 2 working days on priority processing.
• Trip shortfall, where actual kilometres are less than the minimum — Proportional credit on the excess, settled at trip end.
• Billing error or overcharge — The full overcharged amount, within 2 to 3 working days after verification.
• Duplicate payment — The full duplicate amount, within 2 to 3 working days after confirmation.
• UPI — Google Pay, PhonePe and Paytm refunds go to the UPI-linked bank account within 3 to 5 working days.
• Credit or debit card — Refund to the originating card within 5 to 7 working days.
• Bank transfer — Refund to the originating account within 3 to 5 working days. The account is re-confirmed before processing.
• Cash — Cash refund at the Tejas Travels Bangalore office, or via IMPS within 5 working days.
Refund contact: WhatsApp +91 9980277773 with your booking reference, advance receipt and refund reason. Confirmation within 24 hours.
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15/6/2026 Coorg
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We recently completed our Pondicherry trip with Tejas Tours and Travel Company, and overall we had a very good experience. Shashikala coordinated with us from enquiry to booking and throughout the trip. She was well-communicated, supportive, and checked in with us daily to ensure everything was fine.
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The kolli hills distance from bangalore is approximately 280 to 290 kilometres via Hosur, Krishnagiri, Salem, Rasipuram and the Karavalli ghat road. The drive takes about 6 to 6 hours 30 minutes, including roughly an hour for the climb through the 70 hairpin bends. Leave Bangalore by 5:30 AM to reach the hills before noon.
Pricing starts from around Rs 40 per kilometre for a 13 seater Force Urbania and depends on the seating variant and the number of days. The fare includes base fare, fuel and driver allowance. Toll, parking, inter state tax for Tamil Nadu, driver bata after 9:45 PM and GST are extra, and the final rental is based on total kilometres and hours from our garage to garage. You receive an itemised written quote within 2 hours.
Yes. The ghat road is surfaced and regularly used by buses and vans. Our drivers are experienced on the kolli hills hairpin bends and drive them at a steady, safe pace in daylight. The Urbania's monocoque body keeps the ride stable. Passengers prone to motion sickness should eat lightly before the climb.
It is possible but very tiring, with about twelve hours of driving in a single day and no time for Agaya Gangai. We strongly recommend at least one night on the hills, which lets the group see the falls, the temples and the viewpoints comfortably and drive the ghat in daylight both ways.
The falls are reached by more than a thousand steps. Going down is easy, but the climb back is steep and can take 45 minutes or more. Elders and anyone with knee or heart problems may prefer to wait at the temple or visit an easier waterfall such as Masila Falls instead.
Yes. Kolli Hills is in Tamil Nadu, so crossing from Karnataka requires an interstate permit, which is checked at the Attibele border. The cost is billed separately as inter state tax, and our team arranges the paperwork before departure.
September to February is the best season, with pleasant weather and waterfalls in good flow. The August Valvil Ori festival is the most festive time. Summer is warm on the plains but comfortable on the plateau, while heavy monsoon rain can make the ghat slippery and the falls unsafe for bathing.
There are resorts, homestays and simple lodges around Semmedu and Solakkadu, but options are fewer than in bigger hill stations. Book early for weekends and the Valvil Ori festival. We can plan the itinerary around your chosen stay.
A 20 percent advance of the total fare confirms the booking. Cancelling more than 72 hours before departure carries no charge and the advance is refunded in 5 to 7 working days. Charges then rise from 10 percent to 75 percent of the fare as departure gets closer, and a no-show is charged in full. Tejas Tours and Travels does not cover passenger insurance and does not operate sleeper buses.
Call or WhatsApp +91 9980277773, or email info@tejastravels.com, with your travel date, Bangalore pickup point, group size and day-wise itinerary. You receive a written quote within 2 hours. Confirm it, pay the 20 percent advance and you get driver details, vehicle registration and the full billing breakdown in writing. Our force urbania hire line is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
